CPT^® 31510, Under Endoscopy Procedures on the Larynx

The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT^®) code 31510 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Endoscopy Procedures on the Larynx.

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The provider uses a laryngeal mirror to look inside the larynx, which is the voice box, to detect any abnormalities. He also performs a biopsy to take a sample of the abnormal or diseased tissues of the larynx.

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:confused:This is a new one for me, the surgeon said he debrided pharyngeal ulceration and a he also did a laryngoscopy with biopsy. Here is some of the op note: Im not sure how to code it...31510...... [ Read More ]

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